Shukpur

Shukpur is a village located in Jamalpur subdivision of Barddhaman district in West Bengal, India. It is situated 7.9km away from sub-district headquarter Jamalpur. Barddhaman is the district headquarter of Shukpur village. As per 2009 stats, Chakdighi is the gram panchayat of Shukpur village.

Shukpur has its own place in the vibrant Barddhaman region. In the following sections, you’ll find details about population, literacy, households, children, caste data, area, pincode, local governance, nearby villages, connectivity, and more.

About Shukpur

According to Census 2011, the location code or village code of Shukpur is 320670. The village spans a total geographical area of 82 hectares, and the pincode of the locality is 713519. Tarakeswar is nearest town to Shukpur village for all major economic activities, which is approximately 10km away.

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Population of Shukpur

Below is a concise population overview of Shukpur as per the Census 2011 data. The table highlights the key population metrics categorized by gender and social groups.

ParticularsTotalMaleFemale
Total Population 1,229 613 616
Child Population (0–6 yrs) 126 54 72
Scheduled Castes (SC) 475 237 238
Scheduled Tribes (ST) 286 132 154
Literate Population 879 477 402
Illiterate Population 350 136 214

Here's a detailed summary of the Basic Population Details of Shukpur village:

  • The total population of Shukpur village is around 1,229, including approximately 613 males and 616 females, with a sex ratio of 1004 females per 1,000 males.
  • There are about 126 children aged 0–6 years in Shukpur village, reflecting the young population in the village.
  • Shukpur village has 475 people belonging to the Scheduled Castes (SC) and 286 residents from the Scheduled Tribes (ST).
  • The literacy rate of Shukpur village is about 71.52%, with male literacy at 77.81% and female literacy at 65.26%.
  • There are around 285 households in Shukpur village.

Connectivity of Shukpur

Connectivity plays a major role in improving access, opportunities, and overall development of villages like Shukpur. As per the 2011 stats, Shukpur had access to public bus service, private bus service and railway station.

Connectivity Type Status (in year 2011)
Public Bus Service Available within village
Private Bus Service Available within village
Railway Station Available within 10+ km distance

Nearby Villages of Shukpur

Knowing the nearby villages of Shukpur helps you understand the local area better. The following list of nearby villages gives a clear view of the villages around Shukpur.

Frequently Asked Questions about Shukpur

Where is Shukpur located?
Shukpur village is situated in Jamalpur Subdivision, within the Barddhaman district of West Bengal, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Shukpur?
The Gram Panchayat of Shukpur is Chakdighi (as per 2009 stats), which plays a key role in the governance and development of the village.
What is the pincode of Shukpur?
The pincode of Shukpur is 713519, which is used for postal services and delivery within the village.
What is the population of Shukpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, the population of Shukpur is 1,229, with 613 males and 616 females.
How many households are there in Shukpur as per the 2011 Census?
As per the 2011 Census, Shukpur village has a total of 285 households.
What is the literacy rate in Shukpur as per the 2011 Census?
According to the 2011 Census, the literacy rate in Shukpur is 71.52%. The male literacy rate is 77.81%, while the female literacy rate is 65.26%.